Where to find scholarships?

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  1. Pelican

    Pelican Member

    I'm applying to an out-of-state graduate school to study elementary education. My school posted links to many scholarships, but it seems as an out-of-state, non-minority student I don't qualify for any of them. Many scholarships seem to have so many rules for who is qualified, I find it hard to get any match, even for scholarships designed for students studying my major. I found some Web sites listing scholarships, but they seem questionable: the Web sites send me spam all the time, 90% of the scholarships are in a contest format, and 75% require a video submission (make an advertisement for them and they might give you money).
     
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  2. karablack037

    karablack037 New Member

    When financial disasters strike, your only respite are online short term loans. High rates of interest might summon apprehension. However, granting loan, within such a short turn around, triggers such exorbitant rates of interest. There are some lenders who charge loan covenants as well as payment of interests. The loan covenants require certain conditions to be fulfilled. It has to be done by the borrower on demand of the lender. Very easily, the borrowers are fleeced by these lenders. Hence you need to be extremely careful or you might get cheated.



    Second way that you find the decent rate on online short term loans is to check the internet. You will definitely find various quotes and the rates offered by the different companies. It is YOU who has to compare and decide upon the best interest rate, the one that would suffice your immediate needs. Check the fine-print thoroughly before you invest to be aware of any hidden costs and regulations.
     
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  3. Michael

    Michael Member

    Yes, I know what you're talking about. I'm in the same boat as you.

    There's a publication called Foundation Grants to Individuals; you can get a copy online -- $20 for one month subscription. I'm considering it but don't know if it would be worth it. It might turn out to be like those scholarship sites you mentioned.

    This is indeed very discouraging.
     
  4. SurfDoctor

    SurfDoctor Moderator

    Sorry that your post sat in the queue for almost a day before any of us mods noticed it and approved it. Here's more info:http://www.degreeinfo.com/general-distance-learning-discussions/35100-new-users-ask-where-did-my-posts-go.html
     
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  5. 03310151

    03310151 Active Member

    Four of my five degrees have been paid for by scholarships from my fellow taxpayers. I'd be willing to bet that most of them were happy to give me such an opportunity.

    MONEY FOR COLLEGE:

    Money For College | GoArmy.com

    Scholarships
    Army scholarships award students for academic excellence and allow them to focus on earning their college degree rather than worrying about how they’re going to pay for it. Read more about how to earn money for college through these Army scholarships.

    MONTGOMERY GI BILL (MGIB)
    The MGIB is designed to help you pay for your college education. Depending on how long you enlist with the Army and the job you choose, you can get over $50,000 to help pay for college. All you have to do is give $100 a month during your first year of service.

    ARMY RESERVE BENEFIT
    The Army Reserve offers a selected Reserve Montgomery GI Bill of up to $12,420. If you qualify for and accept a critical position in the Army Reserve, you can earn an additional MGIB Kicker.

    ARMY RESERVE MGIB KICKER
    You can add up to $695 a month to your Montgomery GI Bill for up to 36 months (total of up to $25,020) with the GI Bill Kicker. “Kicker” amounts may vary according to job and rank.

    Post 9/11 GI Bill
    Soldiers who have served 90 or more days on active duty on or after September 11, 2001, are eligible for the Post-9/11 GI Bill. The Bill provides up to 36 months of benefits for education at an institution of higher learning. Benefits of the program include tuition, fees, a monthly living allowance, books and supplies. Benefits can also be transferred to a spouse or dependent children.

    Benefits: Enlisted Education - airforce.com
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